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Drug Testing

Does workforce drug testing work?

January 19, 2021

There is a wealth of research that shows that workforce drug testing can help to foster a healthy, safe, drug-free environment.

Reasons for Testing

Random drug testing benefits employers

January 12, 2021

As drug use continues to rise, it is more important than ever to combine pre-employment testing with a random drug testing program.

Alcohol

Keep alcohol off the roads

December 29, 2020

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, bringing awareness to the consequences of impaired driving, and driving under the influence and preventing motor vehicle fatalities caused by alcohol consumption.

Illicit drugs

Debunking 5 popular marijuana myths

September 29, 2020

Facts based on decades of research on the effects of cannabis in humans have helped to debunk many modern day marijuana myths.

Marijuana

Marijuana positivity in America’s workplace

September 15, 2020

Data shows increases in marijuana positivity rates across workforce categories, drug test specimen types, and regions in the United States.

Drugs & Alcohol

Opioid crisis persists during pandemic

June 30, 2020

The disruption of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus extends to all areas of life – including the opioid epidemic. Stress during an outbreak can include increased drug and alcohol use and impacts for those struggling with substance use disorders and addiction.

Illicit drugs

Data shows rising methamphetamine use

February 18, 2020

Methamphetamine is more dangerous than ever. Data from the CDC shows an alarming uptick of overdose deaths associated with meth use.

Ask the Experts

Cold medicines and drug test results

February 11, 2020

During cold and flu season, questions arise about common cough medicines and their impact on drug test results. Get the facts.

Marijuana

Illinois amends cannabis-related laws

January 28, 2020

Employers in Illinois should consult with their local legal counsel to determine the impact of the amended act on marijuana and drug testing programs.

News

FMCSA increases random drug test rate

January 16, 2020

The rate for random drug testing for FMCSA increased from 25% of the average number of driver positions to 50% effective January 1, 2020. Random testing helps to deter drug use because it is conducted on an unannounced basis.